The f/1.4 maximum aperture of the 24 mm lens allows shooting handheld in low light and provides dramatic separation between subject and a softened background. The lens is made with two ED glasses and two aspherical lens elements. Two focus modes are available: M/A (manual-priority autofocus) and M (manual focus). It has a rounded nine-blade diaphragm, making out-of-focus elements appear more natural.

The new 16-35 mm lens is ideal for those wanting a constant maximum aperture and ultra-wide angle zoom versatility with the benefits of Vibration Reduction II image stabilization. This is the widest FX-format Nikkor zoom lens with VR. When attached to a DX-format SLR, focal length is equivalent to 24-52.5 mm. The lens has two ED glass and three aspherical lens elements, and two focus modes are available: M/A (manual-priority autofocus) and M (manual focus). With the internal focusing (IF) system, the lens barrel length does not change during focusing.

The AF-S Nikkor 24 mm f/1.4G ED lens and 16-35 mm f/4G ED VR lens will be available in March. The suggested retail prices are: $2,349.95 for the 24 mm lens, and $1,399.95 for the 16-35 mm lens.